Vocabulary

• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• such as: For example; like
• have to: Must do
• along with: In addition to; together with.
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
• of a sudden: Quickly and unexpectedly; suddenly.
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• got to: To arrive at some place
• at least: As a minimum
• to do with: To be about something; concern
• rather than: More exactly; more correctly
• going on: To continue doing something
• talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
• used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
• much about: A lot of information or knowledge concerning something.
• also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
• symbol of: Something that represents or stands for something else, especially an object representing an abstract idea.
• on earth: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise or anger.
• on the cross: Positioned on or attached to the Christian crucifix symbol.
• back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
• on the back of: As a result of or following something.
• be with: To accompany someone; to be in someone's presence.
• work at: To have a job at a particular place or organization.
• go on: To continue doing something
• evidence of: Facts, objects, or signs that make you believe that something is true.
• cope with: To deal successfully with a difficult situation.
• up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
• same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
• go out: To leave a building (e.g. a house)
• call in: To ask others for help when in need
• in advance: Ahead of time; before something happens
• the bottom line: The most important thing; the essential point.
• in power: Having control of a country or organization.
• wake up: To stop sleeping
• turned out: To arrive for a public event or entertainment
• force in: To enter a place by applying physical force.
• in the world: Used to emphasize a question expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief.
• on the spot: Immediately; at that location.
• come along: To go with someone who takes the lead
• set up
• lead to: To result in some action
• set you free: To release something that wasn't free to leave
• of all time: The best or most significant in history.
• for instance: As an example.
• as follows: Used to introduce a list or explanation.
• crown of thorns: A symbolic crown made of thorny branches, associated with the Passion of Christ.
• in the clouds: Lost in thought; daydreaming or distracted.
• abundant in: Present in great quantity; plentiful in.
• by god: An expression of surprise, shock, or emphasis.
• come before: To happen or exist earlier in time than something else.
• first three: The initial three items or elements in a series or sequence.
• at best: Under the most optimistic or favorable circumstances; the most that can be hoped for.
• consists of: Is made up or composed of.
• from the dead: Returned to life after being dead.
• figure for: To calculate or estimate something, especially costs or amounts.
• to the effect: Expressed in a way conveying the general meaning or intention.
• enter into: To begin or become involved in something, such as an agreement or activity.
• set off: To start a journey
• on purpose: Intentionally; deliberately.
• get at: To criticize someone, often personally
• on television: Appearing or broadcast on TV.
• in addition to: Besides; as well as
• take down: To capture physically
• go public: To offer shares of a company to the public on the stock market for the first time.
• speak to: To address or communicate with someone.
• in writing: Expressed or presented in written form, rather than spoken.
• run by: To be managed or controlled by someone or a group.
• right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
• back off: To stop supporting; lose courage
• next to: Being located along side another
• meet with: To have a meeting with someone in order to discuss something.
• on behalf of: As the representative of someone
• close up: A photograph or film shot taken of a subject at close range.
• except for: Not including; excluding.
• in the ground: Located within or beneath the surface of the earth.
• highly unlikely: Not likely to happen or be true; improbable.
• from the top: From the beginning.
• out of the way: Remote; isolated.
• like a knife through butter: Something done with great ease and smoothness.
• cut through: To pass or go directly through something, often overcoming an obstacle.
• due to: Because of; owing to
• send up: To make fun of by Imitating
• on alert: In a state of readiness or vigilance; watchful and prepared for potential danger or action.
• at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
• in pairs: Divided into or working as two people together.
• under oath: Having promised legally to tell the truth in court.
• in public: In a place where anyone can see or hear you.
• found out: To learn or discover something, often after some effort.
• new level: A higher or improved stage of achievement or quality.
• keep it together: To remain calm and in control of your emotions, especially in a difficult situation.
• look back: To think about past events
• in general: Typically; usually; on the whole.
• blow up: To suddenly become angry
• out there: In or to a place that is far away
• stand down: To end a state of readiness, e.g. for war
• under the counter: Sold secretly and illegally without official approval.
• in the house: Located inside a building used as a dwelling.
• on the part of: By or done by (someone); concerning someone.
• in particular: Specifically; especially.
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• of interest: Relevant or important to someone or something.
• in the long run: Eventually; over a long period of time.
• critical to: Extremely important or essential.
• in motion: Moving; not stationary.
• en route: On the way; during a journey.
• over to: Used to hand over to someone else to speak
• push through: To continue with a plan or activity despite difficulties or opposition.
• in exchange for: Given or done as an equivalent or substitute for.
• at home: In one's own residence or country.
• outside of: Located or situated beyond the boundaries or confines of something.
• warm up: To gently exercise muscles before doing sport
• at a discount: For sale at a lower than usual price.
• buy up: To buy all of something for sale
• economic collapse: A severe and prolonged downturn in economic activity.
• turn in: To produce or achieve a good performance
• in circulation: Available and being used by the public.
• centered around: To have (something) as the main subject or focus.
• under the surface: Not obvious or apparent; existing out of sight.
• on board: Being on a ship, plane, or other vehicle
• by itself: Alone; without help or assistance.
• as such: Something previously stated or understood
• major general: A high-ranking officer in the army, above a brigadier general and below a lieutenant general.
• first shot: The first attempt at doing something.
• made public: To reveal or announce something to everyone.
• worth mentioning: Important or interesting enough to be spoken about or noted.
• upwards of: More than; at least.
• do in: To make completely tired out and exhausted
• fully operational: Completely functioning and ready for use.
• apart from: Except for; not considering
• against you: In opposition to you.
• at large: (of a person or animal, especially one that is dangerous) not captured; free.
• take over: To gain control of (a company) from someone else
• in accord: Being in agreement or harmony with others.
• every kind of: Each and all types of something; all varieties of.
• in the way: Obstructing someone or something; hindering progress.
• make or break: Capable of ensuring success or causing failure.
• in God's name: Used to express surprise, anger, or urgency.
• care of: Used in an address to indicate the person who will receive the mail for someone else.
• turn off
• in control: Having the power to direct or regulate something; able to manage or direct a situation or person.
• on camera: While being filmed or recorded.
• in the hands of: Under the control or responsibility of someone.
• as long as: For the period that; provided that.
• at school: Present and attending school.
• stand out
• being with: Accompanying someone; being in someone's presence.
• at war: Engaged in a war; fighting
• come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
• run amok: To behave uncontrollably and disruptively.
• people: Persons sharing culture, country, background, etc.
• world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
• trade: A specific industry, e.g. shoe making
• government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
• age: To keep food, wine for a long time to improve it
• federal: Consisting of several united states
• American: Person from the USA
• center: Community place people go health or social reasons
• reserve: To arrange for a room or table be kept for you
• commission: Money paid for a service, e.g. money exchanging
• money: Coins or notes we use to pay for things
• explosion: Loud and sudden expression of emotion
• war: Situation where armies fight each other
• steel: Very strong or determined character in a person
• building: To establish e.g. a reputation, over time